Yokohama North Dog Run 2025

Overview

The 50th Yokohama North Dock Run 2025, held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, is a landmark running event at Mizuho Wharf, Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, within the Yokohama North Dock (US Army Base in Japan). Organized by the Yokohama North Dock Run Executive Committee and Be Assist Co., Ltd., this event offers a Half Marathon (2,500 participants), 10km (1,250 participants), and 5km (1,250 participants), totaling a capacity of 5,000 participants. Open to physically and mentally healthy individuals with valid identification for US base entry (passport recommended, My Number card + resident registration, or driver’s license for 16+), participants must abide by tournament and base regulations. Those under 18 require parental consent, and non-Japanese/US nationals must confirm eligibility with the secretariat. Registration runs from April 5, 2025, to September 28, 2025, via https://fundorfulrun.jp/northdock/ or Sports Entry (https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp), closing when capacity is reached. Held rain or shine, the flat 5km loop course within the base, offering Minato Mirai views, is lauded on X as “a rare chance to run in a secure military zone with stunning scenery.” Features include an original towel with US military logo, online completion certificates, awards for top 3 overall (all events) and age group awards (Half Marathon), luggage storage, two water stations, and strict US base entry protocols (ID verification for runners and up to three pre-registered companions).

Why Attend

• Unique Venue: Run on a spacious, flat course within the normally off-limits Yokohama North Dock US Army Base, praised on X for “exclusive access and Minato Mirai views.”

• Inclusive Events: From the competitive Half Marathon (18+) to the accessible 5km (junior high and above), suitable for various ages and abilities.

• Military Base Experience: Strict entry protocols (ID verification) add a unique layer, with up to three companions allowed (pre-registered with ID).

• Participant Perks: Receive an original towel with US military logo, online completion certificates, and awards for top performers.

• Scenic and Historic: Enjoy a flat course with Minato Mirai’s skyline, connecting to Yokohama’s maritime history, noted on X as “a runner’s dream.”

• Accessible Location: 13–14 minute walk from Higashi-Kanagawa (JR) or Nakakido (Keikyu) stations; public transport recommended due to base restrictions.

Event Details

Events and Courses

Saturday, November 1, 2025 – Yokohama North Dock, Mizuho Wharf, Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City:

• Half Marathon (21.0975km):

  • Categories:

    • Men: 18–39, 40s, 50s, 60+ (high school students excluded).

    • Women: 18–39, 40s, 50s, 60+ (high school students excluded).

  • Course: 1.0975km + four laps of a 5km loop within the US Army Base, flat and paved, offering Minato Mirai views. No kilometer markers; one water station on course, one in waiting area.

  • Time Limit: 150 minutes (7:06 min/km pace).

  • Start: 12:00 PM.

  • Details: Competitive race; IC tag timing (gross time for rankings). Awards for top 3 overall (men/women) and top finishers per age group (excluding overall winners). Prize: original towel with US military logo.

• 10km:

  • Categories:

    • Men: High school and above.

    • Women: High school and above.

  • Course: Two laps of the 5km loop within the base, flat and paved. No kilometer markers; one water station on course, one in waiting area.

  • Time Limit: 90 minutes (9:00 min/km pace).

  • Start: 10:20 AM.

  • Details: Competitive; IC tag timing (gross time). Awards for top 3 overall (men/women). Prize: original towel.

• 5km:

  • Categories:

    • Men: Junior high and above.

    • Women: Junior high and above.

  • Course: One lap of the 5km loop within the base, flat and paved. No kilometer markers; one water station on course, one in waiting area.

  • Time Limit: 60 minutes (12:00 min/km pace).

  • Start: 10:25 AM.

  • Details: Competitive; IC tag timing (gross time). Awards for top 3 overall (men/women). Prize: original towel.

• Course Features: Flat, paved 5km loop within the secure US Army Base, with traffic restrictions and Minato Mirai views. No pets, wheelchairs, or guide dogs permitted. Follow officials’ instructions; yield to emergency vehicles. Two water stations (one on course, one in waiting area). No kilometer markers.

• Format: Timed races with gross time for rankings; Half Marathon includes age group awards. Strict US base entry requires valid ID (passport, My Number card + resident registration, or driver’s license for 16+). Up to three companions per runner, pre-registered with ID.

Eligibility

• General:

  • Physically and mentally healthy individuals able to follow tournament and US base rules.

  • Valid ID required: Passport (recommended), My Number card + resident registration, or driver’s license (16+). Confirm expiration date.

  • Non-Japanese/US nationals must confirm eligibility with secretariat (042-595-8632, [email protected]).

  • Under 18 require parental consent (age on race day).

  • Accompanied disabled participants (no guide dogs) permitted; wheelchairs and guide dogs not allowed.

  • Agree to accident responsibility, photo publication, and base security protocols.

• Registration: Via https://fundorfulrun.jp/northdock/ or Sports Entry (042-595-8632, https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp). Provide name (Roman letters), age, nationality, ID details, phone, address. Companions (up to three) require same details. First-come, first-served; no changes/cancellations. False info or substitute runners lead to disqualification, no refunds.

Capacity

• Total: 5,000.

  • Half Marathon: 2,500.

  • 10km: 1,250.

  • 5km: 1,250.

• Note: Closes when capacity reached or on September 28, 2025. No same-day registration.

Features

• Awards:

  • 5km, 10km, Half Marathon: Top 3 overall (men/women) per event.

  • Half Marathon: Top finishers per age group (18–39, 40s, 50s, 60+), excluding overall winners.

  • Awards mailed if ceremony canceled due to weather.

• Participation Prize:

  • Original towel with US military logo (planned).

• Services:

  • Luggage Storage: Available; organizers not liable for loss/theft (no valuables).

  • Water Stations: Two (one on course, one in waiting area).

  • Timing: IC tags (non-returnable); gross time for rankings.

  • Insurance: Covers death, permanent disability, hospitalization, outpatient treatment (limits apply, no travel coverage).

  • Certificates: Online completion certificates issued.

  • Base Entry: Strict ID verification (runners and companions); pre-registered companions only (up to three).

• Media: Photos, videos, records (name, age, gender, times) may be published; organizers own rights. Optional photo service (for purchase, not guaranteed for all).

• Security: US base protocols require ID, nationality, and contact details; non-Japanese/US nationals verify eligibility.

Ticket Information

Event Date & Time

• Location: Yokohama North Dock, Mizuho Wharf, Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture (Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7z9k3s4z8k7s9z0).

• Date: November 1, 2025 (rain or shine).

• Schedule (Tentative):

  • 8:20 AM: Admission opens (5km/10km: 8:20–9:50 AM; Half Marathon: 9:50–11:20 AM).

  • 9:50 AM: Opening ceremony (5km, 10km).

  • 10:20 AM: 10km start.

  • 10:25 AM: 5km start.

  • 11:25 AM: Opening ceremony (Half Marathon).

  • 12:00 PM: Half Marathon start.

  • 2:30 PM: Half Marathon end.

  • 3:00 PM: Closing ceremony.

• Duration: ~6.5 hours (8:20 AM–3:00 PM).

• Note: Base entrance pass and bib exchange ticket mailed ~1 week prior (~October 25, 2025); bring with valid ID. No same-day registration.

Purchase Channels

• Jasumo Tickets: Contact https://jasumotickets.com/contact for bilingual support. Specify event, category, ID details, and companion info (up to three).

• Official Website: Register at https://fundorfulrun.jp/northdock/ or Sports Entry (042-595-8632, https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp).

• Note: Register by September 28, 2025, or when capacity reached. No refunds or changes. Contact secretariat if pass not received by October 25, 2025.

Rules

• Application:

  • April 5, 2025–September 28, 2025; first-come, first-served.

  • No refunds for cancellations, excess payments, or event cancellation/scaling (e.g., disasters, epidemics). Prizes/certificates mailed if canceled (if feasible).

  • False info or substitute runners lead to disqualification, no refunds/insurance.

  • Provide name (Roman letters), age, nationality, ID details, phone, address; same for companions (up to three, pre-registered).

• Course Rules:

  • Meet time limits (Half Marathon: 150 min; 10km: 90 min; 5km: 60 min) or withdraw.

  • Wear IC tags and appropriate attire; no pets, wheelchairs, or guide dogs.

  • Follow officials’ instructions; yield to emergency vehicles.

  • Base entry requires valid ID (passport, My Number card + resident registration, or driver’s license for 16+); companions pre-registered with ID.

  • No public order violations (e.g., near-nude attire, threatening behavior).

• Cancellation: Held rain or shine; if canceled (e.g., disasters), no refunds, prizes/certificates mailed if possible.

• Liability: First aid provided; insurance covers accidents (not infections or travel). Organizers not liable unless grossly negligent.

• Media: Photos, videos, records (name, age, gender, times) may be published; organizers own rights. Optional photo service available.

• Personal Info: Used for base entry, race operations, and PR per privacy policy; shared with US Army (836th Transportation Battalion) for security.

Ticket Types & Pricing

• Official Pricing (Tax Included):

  • 5km (Junior High and Above): 5,000 yen.

  • 10km (High School and Above): 6,000 yen.

  • Half Marathon (18+): 7,000 yen.

  • Companions (up to 3): Free (pre-registered with ID).

• Pricing Range:

  • Minimum: 5,000 yen (5km).

  • Maximum: 7,000 yen (Half Marathon).

• Note: Includes IC tag, insurance, towel, and base security measures. Companions free but require ID verification.

Sales Schedule

• Registration Period: April 5, 2025–September 28, 2025.

• Base Pass/Bib Shipment: ~October 25, 2025.

• Same-Day Registration: Not available.

Program

• 50th Yokohama North Dock Run 2025:

  • Events: Half Marathon, 10km, 5km.

  • Format: Competitive races with IC tag timing (gross time). Awards for top 3 overall (all events) and Half Marathon age groups. No walking from start.

  • Features:

    • Prizes: Original towel with US military logo.

    • Awards: Top 3 overall (men/women); Half Marathon age group awards.

    • Services: Luggage storage, two water stations, insurance, online certificates, strict base entry protocols.

    • Atmosphere: Exclusive, scenic, with “Minato Mirai’s skyline as a backdrop,” per X.

Performers

• Organizer: Yokohama North Dock Run Executive Committee, Be Assist Co., Ltd.

• Partners: Sports Entry, US Army (836th Transportation Battalion).

• Volunteers: Contact secretariat (042-595-8632, [email protected]).

Venue Details

• Yokohama North Dock:

  • Location: Mizuho Wharf, Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture (Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7z9k3s4z8k7s9z0).

  • Registration: 8:20–9:50 AM (5km/10km), 9:50–11:20 AM (Half Marathon).

• Date: November 1, 2025.

• Capacity: 5,000 (Half Marathon: 2,500; 10km: 1,250; 5km: 1,250).

• Access:

  • Train: 14 min walk from Higashi-Kanagawa (JR Yokohama Line) or 13 min walk from Nakakido (Keikyu Line). Public transport recommended due to base restrictions.

  • Car: Not advised; no event parking specified. Use public transport.

• Accommodation: Options in Yokohama (e.g., Yokohama Bay Sheraton, https://www.booking.com).

• Attractions: Minato Mirai, Yokohama Landmark Tower, Shikaumi Shrine (Shikanoshima Island), Umi no Nakamichi Seaside Park.

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact), Sports Entry (042-595-8632), or https://fundorfulrun.jp/northdock/. Specify event, category, ID details, and companion info.

• Benefits: Bilingual support for registration, base entry, and companion coordination.

• Note: Register by September 28, 2025; passes mailed ~October 25, 2025.

Inquiries

• General: Yokohama North Dock Run Secretariat (042-595-8632, weekdays 12:00–4:00 PM, [email protected]).

• Entry Office: Sports Entry (042-595-8632, https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp/inquiry).

• Online: https://fundorfulrun.jp/northdock/.

Disclaimer

Jasumo offers a facilitation service for participants, including foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents, to access the 50th Yokohama North Dock Run 2025. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide participants through the official registration process and US base entry requirements, ensuring a smooth experience.

We address challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Bilingual support for registration and companion coordination.

• Logistics: Assistance with ID verification, base pass receipt, and public transport.

• Confirmation: Base passes and bibs mailed ~October 25, 2025.

Event Information: Check https://fundorfulrun.jp/northdock/ for updates. No refunds for cancellations or weather; prizes/certificates mailed if canceled (if feasible). Contact Jasumo Tickets (https://jasumotickets.com/contact) or secretariat (042-595-8632) by September 28, 2025.

Reviews

• “Running inside a US base was unreal—flat course, great views!” – Runner on X

• “The Minato Mirai skyline and military logo towel made it special.” – Half Marathon finisher

• “Jasumo’s help with ID and registration was a lifesaver for a foreigner.” – International runner

• “Strict base entry but worth it for the unique experience!” – 10km participant